Dogs have been cherished companions to humans for centuries, and among them, Great Danes stand out for their imposing size, gentle demeanour and storied history.

Through this creative activity, your students will have the opportunity to become junior dog detectives, research intriguing facts about this amazing dog breed and also participate in a simple hands-on math measurement exercise.

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Printable & Activity Objectives

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Age: 8 to 9 year olds, Activity Time: On-going, Items Needed: Writing and colouring pencils, stadiometer or measurement tape.

In this activity, your child will research and learn more about researching specific traits (its incredible size) and needs of the Great Dane.

It will help your child or student:

  1. Fosters Curiosity and Interest: Engaging in a topic as intriguing as the impressive Great Dane captures children's natural curiosity, encouraging them to ask questions, seek answers, and explore deeper into the subject matter.
  2. Develops Research Skills: By engaging in this activity, students will hone their research skills through a variety of methods, including reading books, using online resources and conducting interviews. These skills are transferable across disciplines and will prove valuable in their academic and future careers.
  3. Inspires Creativity: This activity allow students to exercise their creative muscles while showcasing their understanding of the subject.

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Classroom Resources

Simple steps to start:

  • Research and find out more about the Great Dane. Here's a very informative video about Great Danes:

Here's a video about the world's tallest living dog, Zeus:

  • Get started on printable worksheets!

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What's in the Printable Worksheet Pack

This printable activity pack consists of 3 creative printable worksheets. Here's what it consists of:

  • 1 printable "Puppy File" dog breed information sheet.
  • 1 printable coat colouring sheet.
  • 1 printable "World's Tallest Dog" self measurement and drawing sheet.

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